Adjunct Lecturer: Applied Writing in Narrative Medicine

Columbia University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbia University invites applications for an Adjunct Lecturer to teach Applied Writing in the Narrative Medicine Context and Beyond, a core course in the school's M.S. in Narrative Medicine program.

The program prepares health professionals, writers, and scholars to apply narrative understanding to improve patient and caregiver outcomes in a transdisciplinary setting. Course meets Mondays in Fall '26, with lead lectures, discussions, and guided writing exercises, and includes Canvas course

Qualifications

• Experience teaching writing at the university level.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage course logistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead in-person class lectures, instructional activities, and classroom discussion.
• Evaluate student work and grade assignments.
• Monitor student inquiries and be the first point of contact for questions.
• Hold weekly office hours.
• Prepare, maintain, and enhance the course in Canvas.
• Complete Canvas training if new to SPS.
• Attend Narrative Medicine faculty meetings.

Education

MFA in Creative Writing or related field

Job description

Columbia University invites applications for an Adjunct Lecturer to teach Applied Writing in the Narrative Medicine Context and Beyond, a core course in the school's M.S. in Narrative Medicine program.

The program prepares health professionals, writers, and scholars to apply narrative understanding to improve patient and caregiver outcomes in a transdisciplinary setting. Course meets Mondays in Fall '26, with lead lectures, discussions, and guided writing exercises, and includes Canvas course